3DConnexion 3DX-700059 Spacemouse Compact 3D User Manual
- June 5, 2024
- 3Dconnexion
Table of Contents
Space mouse Compact 3D
User Manual
Driver Version: 3DxWare 10.8.0 and higher
Desktop Setup
Place the SpaceMouse Compact on the opposite side of the keyboard to your standard mouse. One hand engages the 3D mouse to position your model: rotating, panning and zooming. On the other hand uses the standard mouse to select, create and edit.
Hand Position
Position your hand as shown. The contoured controller cap will guide your fingers into the perfect position for precise and effortless control.
Installation
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Connect
Plug the USB cable of your SpaceMouse Compact into a USB port of your PC. -
Download the latest 3Dconnexion software
Get the latest 3Dconnexion software (3DxWare) at 3dconnexion.com/drivers. -
Install the 3Dconnexion software
Install the 3Dconnexion software by following the instructions. -
Familiarize with your SpaceMouse Compact
Open 3Dconnexion Home and launch the Trainer to get help taking the first steps with your SpaceMouse Compact
3Dconnexion SpaceMouse Compact 3
Feature Guide
3Dconnexion SpaceMouse Compact
Controller Cap
The Controller Cap is the heart of your SpaceMouse Compact. Its Six-Degrees-
of-Freedom (6DoF) sensor allows you to push, pull, rotate, or tilt to pan,
zoom and rotate your drawings and 3D models. The SpaceMouse has different
motion profiles depending on the application you are using. In Object Mode
applications the 3D navigation behaves as f you were reaching into the screen
and holding the object in your own hand. In Camera Mode applications, the
navigation behaves like a camera you are viewing through. For any
application, you can adjust this behavior in the Advanced Settings of your
SpaceMouse Compact.
3Dconnexion Buttons
The SpaceMouse Compact features two additional programmable function buttons,
located on its socket. It instantly recognizes the applications you are using,
as well as their environments, and automatically assigns the most used
commands to the buttons. You can personalize commands assigned to the function
buttons using the 3Dconnexion Settings.
3Dconnexion Settings
You can access the 3Dconnexion Settings panel via 3Dconnexion Home (on your desktop), the icon in your notification area (systray), or the Windows start menu. The name of the active application is displayed at the top of the panel. Any setting change is relevant to this application only
Speed
This slider sets the overall speed for your device. In other words, it changes
the amount of force or torque that needs to be applied to the SpaceMouse cap
to move an object, scene, or image.
If multiple 3Dconnexion devices are connected, you can select the desired product to configure by clicking on the flyout button at the top left of the panel.
Advanced Settings
Settings you can configure in the Advanced Settings panel are application-
specific. So, it’s easy to configure your SpaceMouseto work just how you
prefer in each application.
Navigation
Pan / Zoom: Enables/disables panning of your part, assembly or drawing.
Enabled by default. Rotation: Enables/disables rotation of your part, assembly
or drawing. Enabled by default. Dominant: Turns on and off the dominant filter
axis, which when enabled restricts the pan, zoom or, rotations to a single
axis.
Zoom Direction
Forward / Backward: Zoom by pushing the cap toward or away from you parallel
to the desk. Up / Down: Zoom by pulling the cap upwards or pushing the cap
downwards parallel to the screen.
Speed
Use the slider to set the speed for each of the 6-Dimensions-of-Freedom
individually. To reverse the direction of a movement, check the Reverse box
for that movement.
Application-Specific Advanced Settings
Some applications feature additional SpaceMouse settings. For those
applications, you have additional options available in the Advanced
Settings Panel:
Navigation Modes
Object Mode enables Object Mode navigation – this mode is like reaching into
the screen and holding the model in your hand. Push the SpaceMouse cap left,
and the model moves left. Push right and the model moves right. Camera Mode
enables using the Controller Cap as if it is a camera. Push into the scene and
the camera moves forward into the scene. Push left and the camera moves to the
left (the scene moves to the right). Lift up and the camera moves up (the
scene moves down). You are entering the scene as if walking around in it.
Target Camera Mode enables Target Camera Mode navigation. Manipulate the
SpaceMouse cap as if it is a target camera. Push into the scene and the camera
moves forward into the scene. Push left and the camera moves to the left (the
scene moves to the right). Lift up and the camera moves up (the scene moves
down). When rotating the cap in any direction you will orbit around the target
point (see Rotation Center below).
Helicopter Mode enables a Camera Mode navigation but pushing the cap forward
while looking down will not change the altitude of the camera. Lock Horizon
forces the horizon to be kept level as it currently is.
Rotation Center
Auto sets the center of rotation dynamically. When the complete model is in
view, the center of volume of the whole model is used as the rotation point.
When you move closer, e center of rotation will be set on an object close to
your center of the view.
Use selected Items forces the rotation center to only take the currently selected objects into account. Always Show always visualizes the Rotation Center. Show on Motion will visualize the Rotation Center only during movement. Hide will disable the Rotation Center visualization.
Other Options
The applications below feature special options. More information can be found
in the 3Dconnexion FAQ: Autodesk 3ds Max, Autodesk Maya, Solid Edge,
SOLIDWORKS
Buttons
The Buttons panel within 3Dconnexion Settings allows you to assign commands,
macros or, radial menus. The name of the active application is displayed at
the top of the panel. Any setting change is relevant to this application only.
A note about Environment sensitivity: Some applications feature environment- sensitive key mapping. In those applications, you can have different key assignments depending on the currently active environment.
Assigning Quick Macros to buttons
Click on the text in the input field and press the required key or key
combination to quickly assign a keystroke or macro.
When a macro is created, it always sends a press and releases command. If you want to assign a press and hold command instead (for example Ctrl or Shift), you should use the Keyboard command category in the flyout window.
Assigning Commands using the flyout window
Clicking on the > arrow on the right-hand side of the button field opens a
flyout window for that SpaceMouse button: The flyout window allows you to
browse or search for commands in different categories. When you select a
command by clicking on it, it is automatically assigned to the corresponding
SpaceMouse button. The category of the command that it is currently assigned
to is highlighted in bold.
Creating Macros
First, click on the > arrow on the right-hand side of the key field. Then,
expand the Macros category and click on New Macro. This opens the macro editor
where you can assign a name for your macro and a sequence of keystrokes in the
corresponding fields. Clicking on Save will automatically assign the new macro
to the button from where you opened the panel.
Creating Radial Menus
First, click on the > arrow on the right-hand side of the key field. Then,
expand the Radial Menu category and click on New
Radial Menu.
This brings up the radial menu editor where you can assign a name and commands
to the different sections. Your new radial menu will be automatically assigned
to the key from where you opened the panel.
3Dconnexion Home
Once you have successfully installed the latest 3Dconnexion driver, 3Dconnexion Home gives you access to various 3Dconnexion apps:
Trainer:
Learn how to quickly use the 3Dconnexion SpaceMouse.
Manuals:
Here you can find the manuals for all 3Dconnexion products.
Settings:
Open the settings panel to customize your 3Dconnexion devices.
Viewer:
Use the 3Dconnexion Viewer to review 3D models.
Collage:
3Dconnexion Collage lets you create high-resolution picture collages with your
SpaceMouse.
Demo:
Test and practice your skills by assembling the landing gear of an aircraft.
Registration:
Register your product after the installation to benefit from 3Dconnexion
services.
Videos:
Find instructive videos for your 3Dconnexion devices.
Technical Specifications
Dimensions & Weight
Length: 77 mm / 3’’
Width: 77 mm / 3’’
Height: 54 mm / 2.1’’
Weight: 480 g / 1.06 lb / 16.93 oz
Supported Operating Systems
Microsoft Windows, macOS
More information
Package Contents
3Dconnexion SpaceMouse Compact
Certifications and Registrations
CE, FCC (Class B), BSMI, KCC, WEEE, WHQL
More information
Warranty
2-years limited hardware warranty
Support
3dconnexion.com/support
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References
- 3DxWare 10 Archives - 3Dconnexion US
- 3Dconnexion UK - Technical support. FAQs and articles.
- Product Compliance - 3Dconnexion UK
- 3Dconnexion Keyboard Pro with Numpad Manual
- Support Archive - 3Dconnexion US
- Login - 3Dconnexion US
- Support. Knowledge. Articles.
- Supported Operating Systems - 3Dconnexion UK
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